Finding Real Answers in a Confusing Time
In today’s world, people are looking for something real—something that lasts. Life can be confusing, and many turn to culture or trends hoping to find answers. But true guidance comes from the Word of God. As Hebrews 4:12 says, God’s Word is powerful. It’s not just a book of words—it’s alive and can change lives. It reveals our shortcomings. It gives us peace when we’re struggling. It helps us live a life that honors God. To make this happen, we need to share and teach the Bible with courage and honesty. This isn’t always easy, but it’s essential if we want to help others find real, lasting hope.
The Importance of Preaching the Gospel
To experience God’s blessings, we need to do things His way. In the United States, there are thousands of churches—sometimes hundreds in just one city. Yet, with so many churches, we often wonder: why do so many people feel lost? Why are so many families and communities falling apart? The answer lies in what’s being preached. Some churches have drifted away from the core message of the gospel. Instead of speaking about sin, repentance, and salvation, they focus on feel-good messages or self-help tips. While these sound nice, they don’t tackle the deep needs of people’s hearts. Without the truth of the gospel, lives don’t truly change.
Facing Spiritual Apathy
A big issue today is that many people hear God’s Word but don’t act on it. Ezekiel 33:31 gives a striking example of this. People listened to God’s message but didn’t take it seriously. They were more focused on their own goals and plans. It was like a concert where the singer performs emotional songs. The audience enjoys the show. Still, no one takes the lyrics to heart. This can happen in churches when sermons entertain people but don’t challenge them to change their lives.
God’s Word isn’t about making people comfortable or just providing entertainment. It’s about real change—about transforming lives to be more like Him. This transformation leads to stronger families, communities, and a deeper connection with God. To achieve this, we must boldly speak the truth, even when it’s not popular.
The Role of Prophetic Voices
Throughout history, God has raised up people to remind His followers to return to Him. Prophets like Ezekiel and John the Baptist delivered tough messages, urging people to repent and change their ways. They didn’t alter God’s message to please their listeners; they stayed faithful no matter how people responded.
Today, God is still calling people to speak the truth. Being a prophetic voice requires courage. It means staying true to what God wants, even when it’s hard or unpopular. As Ezekiel 3:1-7 teaches, our job is to share God’s truth, not to control how people respond. We have to trust that God’s Word will achieve its purpose.
A Time for Awakening
We’re living in a time when many decisions in society go against God’s will. These choices lead to confusion and moral decay. But God remains constant. He cared about His people in the past when they strayed. He still calls us to turn back to Him today.
Psalm 145:18-19 reminds us that God is near to those who call on Him sincerely. He listens to our prayers and saves us. Now is the time to return to the foundational truths of the gospel. We need to share them with boldness and clarity. Let’s pray for spiritual revival. This includes not just ourselves but also others facing challenges. Challenges include personal struggles or larger crises like natural disasters. When we call on God with sincere hearts, He hears and answers.
Reflecting on the Gospel
The gospel isn’t about avoiding hard topics or making everyone happy. It’s about confronting sin, pointing people to Jesus’ sacrifice, and offering the hope of eternal life. People do not always like hearing the truth, but it’s the only way to bring genuine change. Transformation happens when we let God’s Word challenge and reshape our lives.
So, let’s ask ourselves: what gospel are we sharing? Are we boldly sharing God’s truth, or are we watering it down to make it easier to accept? Now is not the time for compromise. We need to stand firm. We should share the whole truth of the gospel. We must trust in the power of the Holy Spirit. Together, we can bring hope and transformation to a world that desperately needs it.
Blessings,
Minister A. Francine Green
afrancinegreen.com 